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Dr. N Karen Thames, PsyD

Dr. N Karen Thames, PsyD

Psychologist
IL
Dr. Karen is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 19 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and families. She has an eclectic approach to therapy, with a psychodynamic conceptualization of her clients, using different methods in therapy including insight-oriented therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems, and feminist relational therapy. Dr. Karen has also had extensive training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. She sees each client as an individual with unique needs that require a customized, unique, and client-centered approach. Due to Dr. Karen’s experiences with chronic illness, she used her journey to make a difference in the world. She uses her nonprofit (Empowering People with Invisible Chronic Illness-The EPIC Foundation) to impact people living with invisible chronic illnesses. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, she also continues to conduct professional webinars, provide Clinical consultation to other clinicians, and conduct virtual teletherapy. Dr. Karen is the Chair for the DEI committee at The Juniper Center and has expertise in the area of cultural competency. As such, she conducts seminars and workshops on a variety of related topics to other practices and organizations. She has taught and trained individuals on issues of cultural diversity to promote growth in this area. . Additionally, Dr. Karen is the President of the Executive Board of Directors of The Juniper Center’s non-profit arm, Bridging the Gap Collective. As the Executive Board President of BTGC; Dr. Karen leads the team in collaboration with the Executive Director towards fulfilling the mission and vision of this organization. Dr. Karen believes in looking at the whole person-mind, body, and soul. She sees clients from all backgrounds with a deep interest in multicultural psychology and diversity and inclusion.

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About Dr. N Karen Thames

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. N Karen Thames

Dr. Karen is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 19 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and families. She has an eclectic approach to therapy, with a psychodynamic conceptualization of her clients, using different methods in therapy including insight-oriented therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems, and feminist relational therapy. Dr. Karen has also had extensive training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. She sees each client as an individual with unique needs that require a customized, unique, and client-centered approach. Due to Dr. Karen’s experiences with chronic illness, she used her journey to make a difference in the world. She uses her nonprofit (Empowering People with Invisible Chronic Illness-The EPIC Foundation) to impact people living with invisible chronic illnesses. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, she also continues to conduct professional webinars, provide Clinical consultation to other clinicians, and conduct virtual teletherapy. Dr. Karen is the Chair for the DEI committee at The Juniper Center and has expertise in the area of cultural competency. As such, she conducts seminars and workshops on a variety of related topics to other practices and organizations. She has taught and trained individuals on issues of cultural diversity to promote growth in this area. . Additionally, Dr. Karen is the President of the Executive Board of Directors of The Juniper Center’s non-profit arm, Bridging the Gap Collective. As the Executive Board President of BTGC; Dr. Karen leads the team in collaboration with the Executive Director towards fulfilling the mission and vision of this organization. Dr. Karen believes in looking at the whole person-mind, body, and soul. She sees clients from all backgrounds with a deep interest in multicultural psychology and diversity and inclusion.

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Addiction / Substance Abuse
Adolescent / Teen Issues
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Therapy
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Adolescent / Teen Issues
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation

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Practice names

Education and training

  • The Chicago School of Professional Psychology Online, PsyD in Clinical Psychology

NPI number

1376613356

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Dr. N Karen Thames frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. N Karen Thames on their profile.

What languages does Dr. N Karen Thames speak?

Dr. N Karen Thames speaks English.

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